Do you need a break? Do you crave a complete getaway? Chase away your winter blues by taking a jaunt to a far off destination. If you are looking for a spectacular vacation, choose from among the ultimate excursions detailed for you here. Choose from destinations among sparkling waters and soft sand, mountain retreats in the Alps or an adventure to the red rock and sandstone of the Arizona desert. No matter which one you choose, it is bound to be the vacation of a lifetime!
- Fjord Norway or Western Norway will prove memorable. Enjoy Geirangerfjord while there – it is among the most beautiful and pristine of them all. And it is just one of dozens. Seeing these majestic beauties will be the experience of a lifetime for many.
- Koh Samui, Thailand, is a wonderful choice for the beauty of its amazing coral reefs, clear blue water, great diving spots and idyllic beaches with lovely white sand. This island also boasts tropical forests. You’ll be sure to enjoy Thailand – the land of smiles.
- Visit Messinia, Greece, where you will find Kalamata, the chief port. View the rugged and distinctive Taygetos Mountains from here, or hike in these mountains to see Mystras – a deserted Byzantien city. You won’t forget your view of this impressive structure with its massive columns and reminder of life through the ages.
- Cairns Great Barrier Reef is a place for many eye-catching sites. It is a perfect spot for the ultimate experience in deep sea fishing. Considered by many to be the world’s eighth wonder, this amazing reef offers superb diving. Among the places to visit here are the Whitsunday Islands, a grouping of 74 islands in the very center of this destination, the Great Barrier Reef.
- Budapest, Hungary, will live in your heart forever once you visit. It is a city where the old embraces the new without being engulfed. If you’ve always wanted to be on the banks of the Danube, this vacation is for you. Budapest straddles this river and allows for unparalleled panoramic views.
- If you’ve got the money, Zurich, Switzerland, is a sensational place to go. You’ll marvel at the natural beauty as well as the picturesque quaintness of the towns and hamlets in this alpine region. It was rated in 2010 as Europe’s most expensive city, so go prepared if you choose this splendid mountain destination.
- Maui is a convincing definition of paradise. Enjoy the beaches, balmy weather and glorious ocean views. You can also decide to snorkel, hike, windsurf or travel on a speedy zipline.
- If you want the cheapest rates and the best weather in the U.S. Virgin Islands, travel in late spring or even early summer. There’s no end to the beautiful beaches where you can soak up the sun. St Thomas, St. Croix and St. John are the 3 main islands in this chain. Try out a sailing expedition on a 50 foot catamaran – you won’t regret it.
- Visit Cape Town; have a guide take you to Table Mountain while you are in this stunning South African city. Don’t miss the Cape of Good Hope. The views are breathtaking. This is one for the memory book.
- The Grand Canyon is an awesome sight. The Southern Rim is the most visited, and is open year round. Enjoy the overwhelming grandeur of this wonder of the desert. Make your plans early for this trip – lodging and reservations fill up fast.
Have these descriptions given you the travel bug? If they have, you are not alone. February is a common month to have an itch to go someplace warmer – some place different. Let these cities and islands, hamlets and wonders of nature show you all they have to offer in dispelling your seasonal blahs. Get out there and see the very best spots and have yourself an escape to remember.
About the Author: Margo Smith graduated with a B.S. degree from BYU. Working through college and being in the corporate world give her a great deal to say about subjects as diverse as family activities to getting your college pell grants to traveling.
